We all love summer, but for the summer socialites out there… Summer is your time to shine. For you, this time of year is about calling up your friends, getting out there, and steeping the season in fun and flavor. Whether that’s always having a uniquely refreshing drink on hand—like Waterloo Sparkling Water—or making sure every weekend has its designated pool party or outdoor concert, you like your summers busy and in good company. You’re the type who appreciates a social bucket list… So we made one for you! For extra flavor: Plan your bonfire on a new moon or full moon night for a little intention-setting ceremony. Give everyone a piece of paper. If it’s a full moon, have them write something they want to let go of. If it’s a new moon, have them write something they want to invite into their life. Once you’re all done, throw the papers into the fire and cheers to a more meaningful night. For extra flavor: If the venue allows for it, gather beforehand for a little tailgating potluck. Ask your friends to bring their favorite summertime drink or a snack to share, pack a pop-up table, and set up a preshow smorgasbord that gets everyone in the festive mood. For extra flavor: Create a scavenger hunt for your amusement park day. Write out a list that includes a mix of rides, games, and food (bring on the funnel cake). Split your friends into two groups and challenge them to cross all the items off the list. Whoever makes it back to the starting point first, wins! For extra flavor: Bring a bunch of yard games to help people break the ice and have fun together—who can resist a little cornhole, Spikeball, or ladder toss? And to give your party that full-out flavor, stock your cooler with Waterloo Peach Sparkling Water. A delightfully ripe flavor with a nostalgic twist? Perfect for making block parties cool again. For extra flavor: Lying poolside with your pals and frozen drink is one way to pass a hot summer day—but why not add a giant flamingo floatie to that equation? There’s something more luxurious about doing all of the above on a flotation device… So order some for you and your friends and set sail. For extra flavor: Breweries tend to have their own yard games scattered around, but bring the games you personally know and love. Poll your friends on their favorite board game or classic game (hello, Jenga). Splay out that Yahtzee on the picnic table between your IPAs and sour beers—loser buys the next round. For extra flavor: Burgers, hot dogs, veggie kebabs—we tend to reserve the grill for savory items. But wow your guests with grilled desserts to seal the deal. Grill up some sliced pineapple, then top it with vanilla ice cream and caramel. Or, stuff a banana with your favorite sweet treats (like chocolate chips and marshmallows), wrap it in foil, and grill until it’s perfectly melty. Devon’s first book, Earth Women, is coming soon. To learn more, join the mailing list, and receive updates, head to www.devonbarrowwriting.com.
